Cold Winds Bring Weather Relief Across North India, Delhi Records Below-Normal Temperatures

Cold winds sweeping across North India, including Delhi-NCR, have brought a drop in temperatures, offering relief from the early summer heat. While summer has begun across northern regions like Delhi and Uttar Pradesh, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast a 2-5°C dip in maximum temperatures across North-West India over the next two days, accompanied by strong winds.

Delhi Weather Update: Cooler Conditions with Strong Winds

Delhi experienced a pleasant Friday evening due to gusty winds. The maximum temperature dropped to 32.3°C—about 4.1°C below the seasonal average. Meanwhile, the minimum temperature stood at 20.9°C, which is 2.8°C higher than usual. The humidity levels fluctuated between 17% and 51% throughout the day.

IMD forecasts continued strong winds on Saturday, with a predicted maximum temperature of 33°C and a minimum of around 15°C.

Delhi Air Quality to Improve

According to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), Delhi’s Air Quality Index (AQI) was recorded at 205 at 4 PM, categorizing it as 'poor.' However, the Air Quality Early Warning System expects improvement over the next two days, moving the AQI into the 'moderate' range.

Flight Disruptions in Srinagar Due to Winds

At Srinagar Airport, strong winds disrupted air travel, resulting in the cancellation of 19 flights and diversion of two others. Multiple flights faced delays. Strong gusts affected most of the valley over the past 24 hours, with some areas reporting minor damage to buildings and vehicles, officials confirmed.

Pan-India Weather Outlook: IMD Warnings Across Regions

The IMD has issued the following forecasts and alerts:

Northwest India & Madhya Pradesh: Strong winds with speeds reaching 30–40 km/h over the next two days.

Southern States (Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Karnataka), Assam, West Bengal: Thunderstorms and lightning are expected.

Odisha: Heatwave warnings have been issued for select areas.

Goa & Maharashtra: Possibility of thunderstorms with lightning in early April.

These weather shifts are being closely monitored as they impact both travel and daily life across multiple regions.

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